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entertainment1 year ago•12 min saved

'Quiet on Set' Part 5: Unseen Footage, New 'All That' Star Interview, and Nickelodeon's Response to Dan Schneider

Producers Mary Robertson and Emma Schwartz delve into the making of the documentary series "Quiet on Set," which explores the dark side of kids TV, featuring former child actors alleging abuse, sexism, and racism on set. The filmmakers discuss the process of crafting the documentary and the challenges of getting participants to speak on camera, as well as the response from Nickelodeon. The upcoming fifth episode will include new interviews and never-before-seen footage, continuing the conversation about the need for accountability and change in children's entertainment.

via Deadline|

#abuse-allegations #child-actors #documentary

entertainment1 year ago•3 min saved

"Uncovering Nickelodeon's Dark Past: The 'Quiet on Set' Documentary Series"

"Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV" is a documentary series exposing alleged abuse and toxic culture on the sets of some Nickelodeon shows, including those created by Dan Schneider. The series, which premiered on Investigation Discovery, is now available for streaming on Max. It features interviews with cast and crew members from popular Nickelodeon series and explores claims against Schneider, who has denied the allegations. The documentary includes accusations of sexual abuse made by Drake Bell against a former Nickelodeon acting coach, and has gained attention on TikTok. Viewers without cable can access the series through various streaming platforms such as Max, Philo, DirecTV, and Fubo.

via Billboard|

#abuse-allegations #documentary #entertainment

entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

"Unveiling the Dark Side of Kids TV: A Revealing Documentary and Shocking Allegations"

The documentary series "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV" is now available to stream on Max, featuring former Nickelodeon cast and crew sharing unsettling on-set experiences with Dan Schneider, including allegations of sexism, racism, and inappropriate behavior. The series includes stories from shows like "The Amanda Show," "iCarly," and "Victorious," with one claim involving crew members massaging Schneider's neck. Drake Bell reveals himself as the John Doe victim in Brian Peck's child abuse case, and co-director Mary Robertson expresses pride in bringing forward new sources.

via Variety|

#dan-schneider #documentary #entertainment

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

"Revealing the Dark Side of Kids TV: 'Quiet on Set' Exposes Abuse and Controversy at Nickelodeon"

The new ID documentary mini series "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV" delves into the realities of child stardom during the late 1990s/early 2000s, particularly focusing on the work environment overseen by Dan Schneider at Nickelodeon. The show aims to expose the alleged inappropriate and abusive behavior, including sexism, racism, and favoritism, that occurred behind the scenes. The premiere airs on Investigation Discovery on March 17 at 9 p.m. ET, and can be streamed for free with a Philo, Fubo, or DIRECTV Stream free trial.

via MLive.com|

#dan-schneider #documentary #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•12 min saved

"Bluey": The Beloved TV Show for Parents and Kids Alike

Joe Brumm, creator of the hit animated series Bluey, discusses the show's origins and how he avoided the pitfalls of formulaic kids' TV by writing every episode himself and focusing on creating a co-viewing experience for parents and children. Despite facing challenges with censorship and appropriateness for preschool audiences, Bluey has become a global success, ranking among the top 10 most streamed programs in the US on Disney+. Brumm also hints at the possibility of creating longer-form content in the future.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#animation #bluey #disney

entertainment2 years ago•8 min saved

Streaming Services' Understanding of Kids TV Questioned by 'Doc McStuffins' Creator

Netflix has scaled back its efforts in the kids' space, letting pacts expire and high-profile development from the likes of Meghan Markle go. Chris Nee, the creator of Doc McStuffins, who had a sweeping deal with Netflix, reveals she's no longer in an overall deal there, and she's convinced that streamers like Netflix never understood how kids consume content and they aren't particularly interested in learning. Nee expresses frustration over the unceremonious dismissal of her Netflix series Ridley Jones.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#chris-nee #disney #entertainment